Crystal Valley Family Dentistry

At our dental practice located in Middlebury, Indiana, we prioritize your smile. Dr. Regan and our entire team are committed to delivering personalized, high-quality dental care to meet the needs of patients of all ages. Our office is equipped with the latest advancements in dentistry, offering a comprehensive range of general, restorative, and cosmetic dental services. We strive to educate our patients so they can make informed decisions regarding their oral health. Our website serves as a valuable resource, providing information about our practice, dental conditions, treatments, and more. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment. Our aim is to assist each patient in achieving and maintaining optimal dental health and a radiant smile. Your comfort is our top priority!

Our Practice Services

*Cleanings & Prevention*

Maintaining excellent oral health begins with regular cleanings and preventive care. Our services include dental exams & cleanings, proper brushing & flossing techniques, oral hygiene aids, digital X-rays, CariVu trans illumination, fluoride treatment, and sealants.

*Cosmetic Dentistry*

Enhance your smile with our cosmetic dentistry services, such as porcelain veneers, composite fillings, dental implants, porcelain inlays, porcelain onlays, porcelain crowns (caps), porcelain fixed bridges, and tooth whitening.

*Periodontics*

We offer various periodontal services to treat and manage gum disease, including bone grafting, bruxism treatment, crown lengthening, gum grafting, gum recession treatment, oral cancer exams, pocket irrigation, pocket reduction surgery, prophylaxis (teeth cleaning), regenerative procedures, ridge modification, sinus augmentation, and soft tissue grafting.

*Restorations*

Restore the health and appearance of your teeth with our restorative services, such as root canal therapy, dental implants, inlay restorations, onlay restorations, composite fillings, crowns (caps), and dentures.

*Orthodontics*

Straighten your teeth and improve your bite with our orthodontic treatment options, including traditional braces.

*Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery*

Address complex dental issues with our oral & maxillofacial surgery services, such as apicoectomy, bone grafting, cleft lip and cleft palate corrective jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery), dental implants, facial trauma reconstruction, impacted canines, oral pathology, sleep apnea treatment, TMJ (temporomandibular joint dysfunction) treatment, and wisdom teeth extractions.

What is Periodontal (Gum) Disease?

Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a chronic bacterial infection that affects the gums and bones supporting the teeth. If left untreated, periodontal disease can lead to tooth loss and other systemic health issues. We offer various periodontal services to treat and manage gum disease, ensuring our patients maintain healthy smiles.

Causes of Periodontal Disease

Periodontal disease is primarily caused by poor oral hygiene, which allows plaque and calculus (tartar) to build up on the teeth and gums. Other factors that contribute to periodontal disease include genetics, smoking, hormonal changes, stress, certain medications, and poor nutrition.

Types of Periodontal Disease

There are two main types of periodontal disease: gingivitis and periodontitis. Gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease, characterized by inflammation and bleeding of the gums. Periodontitis is the advanced stage of gum disease, involving infection and destruction of the gums and bones supporting the teeth.